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Sometimes, those pundits are only stating the obvious
CODA GREG BEAN There was a long think piece in The New York Times on July 3 that tried to explain why — in the face of the total meltdown of civility and cooperation between Republicans and Democrats in Washington — some new governors around the country are starting such devastating and divisive political wars,…
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Seeks fair, objective property tax system
While much has been said regarding the need to overhaul New Jersey’s property tax, the discussion has centered around the over-reliance of property taxes for funding our schools. It seems that it is necessary to expand that conversation to involve the entire concept of assessing property taxes on a valuation basis. In an age where…
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Force oil companies to do right by consumer
I n response to Tony Paskitti’s letter, “Massive drilling effort would benefit U.S.,” July 7, in which he referred to a prior letter writer as “a greenie,” Mr. Paskitti needs to do some research about the priorities of the major oil companies, none of which do anything for us, the consumer. He mentions the remarkably…
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Brandeis chapter sets July 25 presentation
The Brandeis National Committee (BNC), Middlesex County chapter, will offer “Let’s KeepMoving,” a class designed to improve wellness, on July 25 at 1 p.m. at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Led by Lees Hummel, education director of the Lustig Theater Dance and Wellness Studio, the presentation will combine yoga- and Pilates-based…
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Local food banks seek help to replenish stock
East Brunswick will hold its eighth annual food drive July 17-23. Current inventories at area food banks are running very low. Residents can help to guarantee that all Middlesex County residents in need have access to nutritious food and necessities by taking part in the drive. Items most needed are peanut butter; jelly; brown rice;…
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House OKs funds to help prevent veterans’ suicide
E.B. family says strides are being made to fill gap in services for veterans BY CHRISTINA HABERSTROH Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — Millions of dollars to help prevent suicide among U.S. soldiers and reservists is one step closer to being put in place. U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-NJ) successfully offered an amendment in Congress to…
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Library will offer ‘Kids Gaming’ events
The Milltown Public Library will present “Kids Gaming” programs 3-4 p.m. every Wednesday at the library, 20 W. Church St. Children in classes up to fifth grade are welcome. Participants will take turns playing video games on the library’s large screen. The Wii allows up to four players; the Xbox 360 Kinect allows for two.…
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Tickets available for Comedy Club
East Brunswick Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 133 will host a Comedy Club July 16 at the post home, 485 Cranbury Road. Dinner will begin at 7 p.m. The show will follow. Cost is $40 per ticket; price includes dinner, wine, beer or soda. For more information or to reserve, call 732-254-9674.
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